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06 Dec

Randolph Commissioners approve $500k to fight online child exploitation

Ryan Henkel, North State JournalNewscommissioners meeting

ASHEBORO – The Randolph County Board of Commissioners convened on Monday, Dec. 4, addressing a variety of significant items on their agenda. The meeting began with the reappointment of Commissioner Darrell Frye as board chairman and Commissioner David Allen as vice chairman, both by unanimous decision. Frye expressed gratitude, stating, “I thank this board, not just for this immediate action, but we’ve had an eventful last four years here in this county,” acknowledging the board's unity and commitment throughout various challenges. “Most of it’s been for the good, but we’ve gone through issues together and the board has stayed together…

29 Nov

Toyota Tsusho donates $100,000 to local high schools

Randolph RecordNewsdonation, NC schools, toyota tsusho

LIBERTY – Toyota Tsusho America, Inc. has announced a donation of $100,000 to Teach For America North Carolina to expand the Future Forward program in Randolph County. This initiative focuses on enhancing career and college readiness among marginalized high school students. Initially committing $25,000 to Eastern Randolph High School in Ramseur, Toyota Tsusho boosted its support by an additional $75,000, allowing the program to reach more area schools. Mike Lavender, Senior Vice President of Toyota Tsusho America, emphasized the company's commitment to local community growth and education, aligning with their business expansion in North Carolina. Future Forward, operational since 2020, has…

29 Nov

Randolph County Schools receive grants, discuss improvement plans

Ryan Henkel, North State JournalNewsgrants, Randolph County Schools

ASHEBORO – The Randolph County Schools Board of Education met Monday, Nov, 20. The board was presented with two grants received by RCS. The first was the Bright Ideas Education Grant in the amount of $1,675 that was received by Farmer Elementary School to provide the funding to purchase a STEM activity cart with hands-on activities. The second was the Run 5 Feed 5 Grant in the amount of $400 that was received by Northeastern Randolph Middle School to provide for the BackPack Program to address childhood hunger. The BackPack Program, which is hosted by the Feeding America network, offers…

29 Nov

Leadership Randolph celebrates 34 years of nuturing local leaders

Randolph RecordNewsleadership

Since its inception in 1988 by the Asheboro/Randolph Chamber of Commerce, Leadership Randolph has stood at the forefront of cultivating community-minded leaders in Randolph County. This year, the program celebrates its 34th anniversary, boasting over 875 graduates who have gone through its rigorous and enlightening curriculum. Leadership Randolph is more than just a program; it's a journey of discovery and development for the selected participants. The ten-month program is designed to equip leaders with a deep understanding of Randolph County's diverse resources, challenges, and opportunities. Each month, participants engage in day-long sessions held at various locations across the county, interacting…

21 Nov

Asheboro holds workshop on Trade and North Street infrastructure project

Ryan Henkel and PJ Ward-BrownNewsAsheboro, informational workshop

ASHEBORO – Asheboro hosted an informational workshop on Monday, Nov. 13, to present preliminary plans for a proposed infrastructure project on Trade Street and a section of North Street, seeking community feedback. Community Development Director Trevor Nuttall stressed the importance of community input: “What’s really important about doing these meetings is that you hear suggestions... We know that if it’s just us in the room talking, we’re going to miss something that would be easy to do and would be really cool. The benefits of these sessions are we get to listen to people who we don’t talk to every…

15 Nov

Asheboro City Council approves new ‘quick response’ fire vehicle

Ryan Henkel, North State JournalNewsAsheboro City Council

ASHEBORO – The Asheboro City Council convened on Wednesday, Nov. 8, tackling a series of public hearings and financial decisions aimed at city development and improvements. The purchase of a quick response vehicle was approved, with Fire Chief Willie Summers highlighted the vehicle's benefits. "The quick response vehicle will enhance service delivery, maneuverability, flexibility, and operability,” the chief explained. “Especially during storms when it’s not practical to respond with a ladder truck or an engine truck." The council approved a contract amendment with WK Dickson, extending the contract time and expanding the scope of duties for work at Asheboro Regional…

09 Nov

Municipal elections: Challengers displace two incumbents in Asheboro; New mayor picked in Ramseur

Bob SuttonNews, PoliticsAsheboro City Council, Asheboro City Schools, municipal elections

ASHEBORO – Not all incumbents were re-elected in Asheboro in the municipal elections. Joey Trogdon received the most votes for a City of Asheboro council seat and that means only two of three incumbents will stay on the boards. With three seats open, Trogdon pulled in 1,079 votes. Eddie Burks with 1,049 and Charles Swiers with 977 will keep their seats. But Jane Hughes Redding was knocked off the council by finishing fourth with 924 votes. Harry Okeke had 381. In the race for the Asheboro City Schools board of education, there was a similar pattern. Melissa Calloway received the…

08 Nov

Veterans Treatment Court approved by commissioners

Ryan Henkel, North State JournalNewsRandolph County Board of Commissioners

ASHEBORO — The Randolph County Board of Commissioners, during their meeting on Monday, Nov. 6, approved the Veterans Treatment Court Project and revisited funding for opioid crisis assistance, among other budgetary matters. Sheriff Greg Seabolt highlighted the need for the Veterans Treatment Court Project, noting the growing mental health issues among the county’s estimated 10,000 veterans. The program is tailored for military veterans and service members who have run afoul of the law due to substance use, mental health disorders, or trauma, offering them an alternative to incarceration. The Veterans Treatment Court is structured as a five-phase, 16-24 month program…

08 Nov

Asheboro seeks public input on new greenway project

Abby CavanaughNewsasheboro greenway

ASHEBORO — The City of Asheboro is in the process of gathering public input for a proposed 1.8-mile greenway, envisioned to start at Vision Drive and extend northward along Haskett Creek to West Central Avenue. The project, which has been in development since July, is currently in the feasibility study stage. The proposed route, detailed on the city’s website, aims to utilize existing sewer line easements and incorporate floodplain areas. It is set to cross various types of properties including commercial zones, rural residential lots, and spaces linked to Homeowners Associations and institutional entities. A key aspect of the feasibility…

06 Nov

Several mayor seats on ballot; Asheboro schools, city council races also taking place

Bob SuttonNewselections, municipal elections, Randolph County Board of Elections

ASHEBORO – Mayoral races in Randolph County for this week’s election include incumbents looking to keep their seats. There are mayoral seats on the ballots in Liberty, Ramseur and Staley. High Point, with a few voters living in Randolph County, also has a mayoral contest. Early voting ended Saturday. On Tuesday, voters are required to cast ballots at their designated precincts. Photo identification is required. Here’s an overview of the contests that are on the November ballot: ** There will be five candidates for three spots on the City of Asheboro City Council. Candidates are Eddie Burks, Jane Hughes Redding,…